First Look: Vela Bar & Cocina in River North
The intrigue: Angulo is the first Chicago chef I’ve seen offering fermented mole that he uses to offset the richness of crisp pork belly cubes topped with gooseberry in his castacán.
The intrigue: Angulo is the first Chicago chef I’ve seen offering fermented mole that he uses to offset the richness of crisp pork belly cubes topped with gooseberry in his castacán.

Memorial Day
Brunch & Lunch
Vela is open this Monday, May 26 from 10am to 3pm to serve all your Memorial Day brunch and lunch needs!
Thursday-Sunday
Dia de los Muertos
Remember your loved ones at our Dia de Los Muertos celebration. Through Sunday, join us for enjoy a limited time offering of Pan de Muerto, Pozole, and Flores Para Los Muertos.
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